Kayli Yip

Experience

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  United States Marine Corps

  May 2020 - Aug 2022

  Marine Officer Candidate

  • Successfully graduated from USMC Officer Candidates School • Achieved satisfactory evaluations of leadership through several command billets at the platoon, squad, and fireteam levels• Obtained satisfactory markings on written exams and practical application of the General Military Subjects• Qualified for a 1st class Personal Fitness Test score and successfully passed all physical training events in various demanding field and tactical conditions

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  Washington University in St. Louis

  Aug 2020 - May 2024

  • Boxing instructor• TRX Suspension Trainer instructor • Consult clients about their fitness goals and concerns• Design individualized exercise programs based on client comfort levels and goals• Observe clients' form during sessions and teach proper techniques while maintaining their safety • Coded personality traits of over 300 study subjects in research videos based on the Big Five Personality Traits model at the Personality Measurement and Development Lab under Dr. Joshua Jackson• Conducted literature reviews of over 100 research studies in the field of personality, focusing on the effects of volunteering on personality • Provided detailed course notes for peers utilizing Disability Resources

  • Group Fitness Instructor

    Jan 2023 - May 2024

  • Certified Personal Trainer

    Nov 2020 - May 2024

  • Research Assistant

    Jan 2022 - May 2022

  • Notetaker

    Aug 2020 - May 2022
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  CID-Central Institute for the Deaf Professional Development

  Oct 2020 - May 2021

  Recreational Aide

  • Supervised primary-aged students during lunch, recreation time, and after school care• Established positive and supportive relationships with the children• Interacted with deaf and hard-of-hearing students to provide appropriate language models

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  Wonderland Camp

  May 2021 - Jul 2021

  High Ropes Lead Facilitator

  • Set up and operated adaptive equipment to ensure the safety of campers with disabilities on various elements of the high ropes Challenge Course• Assisted over 80 overnight campers with a variety of disabilities ranging from 7 to 72 years of age with activities of daily living, particularly hygiene and grooming tasks• Handled and maintained medical equipment such as CPAP machines, hearing aids, catheter bags, dentures, and numerous durable medical equipment

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  NYU Langone Health

  Jul 2021 - Aug 2021

  Vocational Rehabilitation Intern

  • Administered over 40 standardized aptitude tests and functional learning assessments, adapting the formats (written and verbal) as needed, to determine each client’s vocational potential during their diagnostic evaluations• Supported clients one on one with computer skills training, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, to adequately equip clients with computer literacy skills for administrative and other support jobs• Recorded behavioral observations and interactions with more than 5 clients every day to inform the Senior Rehabilitation Counselor’s vocational recommendations regarding clients’ aptitude, interests, and work tolerance Show less

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  Team Earl Home Healthcare

  Sept 2021 - May 2022

  Personal Care Assistant

  • Provided maximal assistance to a gentleman with spinal muscular atrophy with activities of daily living, transfers to and from his power wheelchair, medication management, and wound care to optimize his morning and lunch routines• Configured client’s voice-activated assistive technology at his computer to support his independence in working remotely • Trained and supervised new personal care assistants

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  Lift for Life Academy

  Feb 2022 - Apr 2023

  Fieldwork Level I Student Occupational Therapist

  • Assisted in organizing a health and wellness fair to educate underprivileged high school students and their families regarding topics of sleep, nutrition, stress management, physical activity, play, and mental health• Developed an E-learning for faculty at LFLA on the importance of health and wellness for the students, its impact on academic performance, and how they can incorporate the concepts into their classrooms and roles at the academy

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  Upper Limits Rock Gym & Pro Shop

  Feb 2022 - May 2022

  Front Desk Staff

  • Greeted members upon arrival while checking them in and providing needed gear, including rental shoes, harnesses, chalk, and belay devices• Facilitated orientations and conducted rope checks to ensure everyone's safety at the climbing gym• Taught Top Rope 101 belay class and administered belay tests• Maintained the cleanliness of the facility's front desk, waiting areas, bathrooms, fitness center, and party room

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  Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

  Aug 2022 - May 2024

  Graduate Assistant

  • Assisted with the development of WUSM's Post-Professional OTD (Doctorate of Occupational Therapy) program under the supervision of Amanda Mack, OTD, MS, OTR/L, CLC• Recruited prospective students to pursue the post-professional clinical doctorate of occupational therapy degree by creating over 75 social media posts, videos, and other marketing graphics• Conducted comprehensive literature reviews of over 100 research articles on the role of occupational therapy in antepartum units at hospitals and management of gestational diabetes during pregnancy Show less

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  Upper Limits Rock Gym & Pro Shop

  Aug 2022 - Mar 2024

  Team Coach

  • Supervised children ages 6-12 years old on Team Approach to ensure their safety• Taught children rock climbing techniques• Led engaging games for children to explore climbing in a fun way

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  Head Start, Inc.

  Jun 2023 - Jun 2023

  Fieldwork Level I Student Occupational Therapist

  • Incorporated play-based approaches to address occupational performance concerns for 10 children ages 2-5, focusing on fine motor skills and emotional regulation strategies• Assessed informally the children’s developmental stages utilizing the Developmental Assessment of Young Children (DAYC-2)• Documented progress notes of the children daily to inform teachers of my observations of the children’s social interactions and play behavior

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  St. Patrick Center

  Sept 2023 - Apr 2024

  Fieldwork Level I Student Occupational Therapist

  • Conducted a literature review of the prevalence of homelessness and sexual violence and how occupational therapy can address the concern• Implemented an educational 6-week OT student-led group intervention for women and gender-queer individuals experiencing homelessness regarding the topics of women’s health and bodily autonomy• Led an intervention group session on the topic of sexual assault, educating clients on definitions and providing case examples of what is and is not considered sexual violence after collaboratively identifying red flags Show less

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  Disabled Athlete Sports Association

  Sept 2023 - May 2024

  Adaptive Strength and Conditioning Trainer

  • Designed adaptive fitness programs for 5 athletes per day tailored to each athlete’s goals and specific diagnosis to improve functional mobility through resistance training and metabolic conditioning• Documented progress notes monthly for each athlete to track their strength, endurance, balance, motor skills, confidence, and emotional well-being to modify their fitness programs appropriately• Managed invoices for adaptive training services monthly to ensure accurate and timely billing and payments Show less

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  Encompass Health

  Jun 2024 - Sept 2024

  Fieldwork Level II Student Occupational Therapist

  Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility

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  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  Sept 2024 - Dec 2024

  Fieldwork Level II Student Occupational Therapist

  Home-Based Primary Care and HUD-VASH (U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development-VA Supportive Housing)

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  Encompass Health

  Apr 2025 - now

  Occupational Therapist